53. The Power of Communication: Balancing Conflict Resolution, Business, and Family with Valerie Polunas

In this episode, Valerie Polunas, founder of Flowing River Conflict Solutions, LLC, shares her journey into conflict management and how she helps individuals, couples, and organizations navigate conflict with confidence. Valerie discusses her background in education, her passion for teaching communication and conflict resolution skills, and the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship as a mom. She provides insights into the importance of viewing conflict as an opportunity for growth and collaboration, as well as how she balances business and family life. Valerie also highlights her work with social impact organizations and her creative projects, such as developing a game to help people practice conflict resolution skills.What you'll learn in this episode:How Valerie transitioned from a career in education to launching her own conflict management businessThe role of conflict resolution skills in both personal and professional relationshipsTips for navigating entrepreneurship as a mom and balancing family life with workThe importance of seeing conflict as an opportunity for growth and collaborationCreative ways to introduce and teach conflict resolution skills, such as through games and workshopsConnect with Valerie:Website: www.flowingrivercs.comLinkedInYouTube ChannelConnect with Ashley: Website: https://www.ashleyblackington.comDovetail® App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dovetail-app/id6744341822Instagram: @andboth_podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyblackington/